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Social Worker (fairfield / vacaville)
ALDEA
4820 Business Center Drive
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If you are looking for a fulfilling career where you can improve lives and help create bright futures in your community, consider joining Aldea. Aldea is a trusted community partner for children and families in crisis. We know that in life’s most critical moments, the presence of a skilled and compassionate professional can make the difference between strength and suffering. Our staff are the foundation of all we do, and we are committed to creating a work environment where employees feel valued, supported, and respected.
What Aldea Offers
• Flexible work schedules that support work-life balance
• 19 paid holidays annually
• Generous vacation accrual (up to 30 days per year based on length of service)
• Spanish bilingual stipend (up to $4,000 based on qualifications)
• Comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical coverage (Aldea pays your deductible), Dental, vision, life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program at no cost to employees
• Retirement plan with up to 5% employer match after 6 months of service (includes financial planning support)
• Annual cost-of-living adjustments (typically ~3%) and longevity-based increases to support long-term career growth
• Additional compensation for participation in on-call rotation
• Company-issued cell phone and laptop
• Commuter assistance for qualifying travel to office locations
Why Work at Aldea
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture where staff voice and input are valued
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to complete BBS licensure hours with individual and group clinical supervision
• Salary increases available for BBS-licensed staff
• Reimbursement for credential renewal fees
• Potential participation in leadership development and advancement pathways
About the Social Worker Role
This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting and strengthening Resource Family homes and helping foster youth maintain safe, stable placements. This role is primarily focused on Resource Family support while also providing direct services to youth in collaboration with county partners.
You will work within a flexible, cross-program model, supporting:
• Foster Care / Resource Family homes
• Transitional Housing Program (THP) for Non-Minor Dependents
• Adoption & Guardianship Services (AGS)
• Emergency Placement and Receiving Center operations
This position supports families across multiple counties. Candidates residing in Solano, Napa, Yolo, Alameda, or Sacramento Counties are encouraged to apply.
What You’ll Do
• Support, coach, and partner with Resource Families to promote safe, stable placements
• Coordinate care with County Social Workers, probation, and multidisciplinary teams
• Conduct home visits, assessments, and ongoing placement support
• Provide trauma-informed support to youth in home, school, and community settings
• Respond to crises and support stabilization efforts
• Participate in a shared on-call rotation
• Support placement activities, including referrals and matching youth with families
• Contribute across programs based on need, including THP, AGS, and Emergency Placement
What This Role Looks Like
This is a field-based, flexible role that includes:
• Work in homes, community settings, and office environments
• Local travel across Napa, Solano, Yolo, and Sacramento Counties (with occasional work in surrounding counties)
• Thoughtful assignment of homes and service areas based on your location whenever possible
• Assigned in-office days, with flexibility for field-based scheduling
• A schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts
• A balance of independent work and team collaboration
We strive to align staff assignments geographically to support efficiency, sustainability, and work-life balance whenever possible.
What You Bring
• Master’s degree in Social Work or a related behavioral health field required (Candidates actively enrolled in a qualifying master’s program may be considered)
• Experience working with youth and families, preferably in foster care, behavioral health, or social services
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Sound judgment and professionalism in high-stress or crisis situations
• Commitment to serving diverse communities with cultural humility
• Valid California Driver’s License and ability to travel locally
Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel
• Additional compensation for on-call participation
• Base Salary Range: $73,582 - $77,455 (depending on qualifications)
Join Our Team
If you’re looking for work that is dynamic, impactful, and deeply connected to community—we’d love to hear from you!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Aldea is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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